Cover the concept of surface area from all sides. Scholars first watch a video that explains the basic terminology associated with three-dimensional figures, such as prisms, lateral edges, bases, and faces. They then learn how to calculate the lateral and surface areas of prisms and cylinders.

Concepts

surface area, surface area of prisms, surface area of cylinders, 3-d figures, bases, faces

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Instructional Ideas

• Have learners create a poster showing the formulas for surface area and volume of three-dimensional figures from the unit
  

Classroom Considerations

• The first of six lessons in the Geometry - Surface Area and Volume unit
• Pupils need to know how to find the area of regular polygons and how to apply the Pythagorean Theorem
  

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Includes a printable practice packet
• Provides a separate answer key for instructors
  

Cons

• None